Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Quiet Refuge 710B-4
The closest Valspar colour is Poetry in Motion (T573), at ΔE 2.79 — very close.
Poetry in Motion is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.79 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Valspar
Most people comparing Behr to Valspar are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Poetry in Motion really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.79very close
- LRV
- 38.71Behr is 36
- Hex
- #BAA299#B69C97 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Poetry in Motion is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dusky Hyacinth 1003-10AΔE 3.03 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Foggy Mauve V126-4ΔE 3.23 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
- Embarrassed Shadow 8004-5DΔE 3.30 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.